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WAVThe uncompressed audio format used to upload recordings for distribution – at least 16-bit / 44.1 kHz, never MP3.Audio file metadataText information stored inside an audio file (title, author, date …). Not used for distribution, but faulty ones can prevent the upload.ClippingDistortion that occurs when a signal exceeds the maximum level and the wave peaks are “cut off”.Master checkAnalysis of a WAV file directly in the browser – loudness, true peak, clipping, silence, phase and format.MasteringThe final stage of audio post-production – the finished mix becomes the final file ready for release.MP3A lossy compressed audio format. Not suitable for distribution – platforms need uncompressed WAV.RecordingA specific sound recording (WAV file) delivered to the platforms. It has its own ISRC code.